China-Italy Chamber of Commerce

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is the only business organization recognised by both the Italian Government (Ministry of Economic Development, MiSE) and People’s Republic of China (Ministry of Civil Affairs, MoCA) that aims to boost the internationalization and settlement of Italian business and to promote the “Made in Italy” in the PRC.

Established in 1991, CICC has now offices in Beijing, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Suzhou. The CICC Members (575 in 2016) represent the Italian business community such as public-invested and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (both manufacturing and commercial), service companies etc.

To companies settled in China and those with on-going business within the Chinese market, the CICC offers informative, training and business networking opportunities. Besides, the CICC qualifies itself as a voicing platform for them to share topics of common interest. To companies interested in strengthening their business in China, the CICC offers consultancy, assistance and marketing services.

The established network together with the institutional endorsement provided the CICC with the opportunities to organise several activities boosting private businesses. b2b, institutional and business missions, participation to fairs both in China and in Italy, networking events, gala dinners, awarding ceremonies, culinary events, concerts, career days, etc.

The CICC’s work is about: deep understanding of the Chinese market, thanks to CICC rooted relationship with the business community and the local institutions; open dialogue and interaction with companies, being CICC itself a network of professionals; efficacy and efficiency, a must-have for a no-profit organization facing competition in providing qualified and affordable services.

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Dear Members and Friends,


the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CCIC) sincerely invites you to attend the 2026 Italy Visa Application Policy Update & Process Briefing -Practical Guidance for Enterprises & Individual Applicants to be held at the VFS Chengdu Visa Application Center from 15:30 to 17:00 on January 22nd or 23rd, 2026.

This seminar aims to assist members and friends of CCIC who need to apply for Italian visas.

To help you efficiently handle Italian visa applications and meet diverse European travel needs, we have specially prepared this exclusive visa policy briefing session. This event will mark the beginning of an efficient and professional visa application journey for you. You'll have the exclusive opportunity to engage in face-to-face consultations with the director of the Visa Application Center, gaining insights into the latest visa policies such as:

  • What are the specific document requirements and review criteria for visa applications in the Chongqing consular district?
  • What is the processing time for different types of visas and how to improve the approval efficiency?
  • What are the core differences in application conditions, procedures and applicable scenarios between long-term and short-term visas?
  • What are the common requirements and differentiated key points for visa applications of other European Schengen countries?

Notably, VFS Global has resumed the acceptance of certain categories of Italian long-term visas (Category D, with a validity period of 91 to 365 days). At this event, we will provide on-site detailed explanations of the specific application requirements, procedural guidelines and key considerations for this new policy, offering authoritative guidance for your long-term travel plans.


Event Language: Chinese


Any questions? Send us an email at infochengdu@cameraitacina.com


Best Regard

CICC Team

Agenda

January 22, 2026

Main Schedule

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Registration
4:00 PM - 4:05 PM
Opening Remark
4:05 PM - 4:15 PM
Visit VFS Global Visa Application Centers
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Standard Visa Application Procedures & Step-by-Step Guidance
4:30 PM - 4:40 PM
Introduction to Visa Applications for Other Schengen Countries
4:40 PM - 4:50 PM
Q&A Session
4:50 PM - 5:00 PM
Group Photo

Speakers

BW

Beo Wang

Operation Manager at VFS Global

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Member's ticket

Standard PriceComplimentary
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Non-Member's Tiket

Standard PriceRMB 150
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Venue

VFS Chengdu Visa Application Center
32F, tower A, Chengdu Maoye Plaza, No.19 Dongyu Street Jinjiang District Chengdu
Chengdu, China

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For additional event or venue information, please send an email to infochongqing@cameraitacina.com

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Event Highlights

  • Introduction to CICC Sport and Tourism Working Group (STWG)
  • Chongqing Consular District Italian Visa & other Schengen Visa Guidelines
  • Long/Short-term Visa Comparison of core requirements

Cancellation Policy

If you cannot attend an event for which you have registered, please cancel your registration no later than two business days prior to the event. If you fail to notify us of your cancellation in a timely fashion, you will be charged for event costs.

To cancel the registration please send email to infochengdu@cameraitacina.com